Since April 2023, as new-vehicle inventory recovered from the COVID-era shortage, new-vehicle prices have been mostly flat year over year. Graphic: Cox Automotive New-vehicle ATP increased in April to $48,699, a sharp 2.5% month-over-month bump, according to Kelley Blue Book report released May 12. April typically delivers a monthly increase of 1.1%. In the past… Continue reading Tariffs Boost New Vehicle Prices in April
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Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Rose in April
Major market segments were mostly higher for seasonally adjusted prices year over year in April, except for the compact car segment. Graphic: Cox Automotive Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were much higher in April compared to March as shown in the latest Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) which… Continue reading Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Rose in April
Jimpisoft, Carpro Systems Form Emotion
Jimpisoft and Carpro Systems, which operate the Rentway and Carpro platforms respectively, recently merged to form Emotion. This combination marks a milestone for both companies, combining over 30 years of mobility tech expertise under a new brand. Operating in over 100 countries, Emotion is a SaaS technology provider that supports mobility operators across vehicle rental,… Continue reading Jimpisoft, Carpro Systems Form Emotion
Traveler Customer Satisfaction Declines Across the Board Data Shows
Customers who book their rental cars directly instead of through an online or traditional travel agent report far higher satisfaction levels. Photo: Clicker Happy / Pixabay After winning over customers last year, the travel industry is facing a familiar challenge: keeping them happy, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Travel Study 2025, released… Continue reading Traveler Customer Satisfaction Declines Across the Board Data Shows
Rental Cars Prop Up April Fleet Sales
Rental car fleets have made recent overall fleet sales look better. Graphic: Bobit Business Media Commercial, rental, and government fleet sales in April totaled 207,582 vehicles, up a modest 2.6% from 202,309 vehicles sold in April 2024, according to Bobit Business Media fleet numbers released on May 1. These are the first fleet sales numbers… Continue reading Rental Cars Prop Up April Fleet Sales
Green Motion Opens Franchise in Denmark
Car dealership entrepreneur Dan Branislav has signed on as the Green Motion franchisee for Denmark. Photo: Green Motion Green Motion International recently signed its latest master country franchise in Denmark. The franchise has been acquired by local car dealership entrepreneur Dan Branislav and his family, marking another milestone in the brand’s expansion across Scandinavia. With a… Continue reading Green Motion Opens Franchise in Denmark
ICRS 2025: Serving Up a Dynamic Rental Car Event
ICRS 2025: Serving Up a Dynamic Rental Car Event – Rental Operations – Auto Rental News 0/23 April 25, 2025 Photo Gallery View Photo Gallery The International Car Rental Show in Las Vegas (April 14-16) at the Paris Hotel and Casino attracted a broad but deep-minded mix of attendees for three days of informational sessions,… Continue reading ICRS 2025: Serving Up a Dynamic Rental Car Event
Chinese Electric Vehicle Market Could Alter Car Rental
Richard Lowden, President of Green Motion International, advised rental car operators to carefully monitor the impact of Chinese OEMs on the global rental fleet market and be ready to adjust. He spoke during a breakfast keynote on April 16 at the International Car Rental Show in Las Vegas. Photo: Ross Stewart / Stewart Digital Media… Continue reading Chinese Electric Vehicle Market Could Alter Car Rental
Sharon Faulkner Receives ARN Annual Impact Award
Former ACRA executive director (2010-2025) Sharon Faulkner receives the ARN Annual Impact Award from ACRA board directors and leaders on April 15, 2025, during the International Car Rental Show in Las Vegas. Photo: Ross Stewart / Stewart Digital Media When the American Car Rental Association’s board of directors lines up on stage to give you… Continue reading Sharon Faulkner Receives ARN Annual Impact Award
Hertz, UVeye Partner to Modernize Vehicle Maintenance with AI
The technology improves safety and vehicle availability by detecting maintenance issues with speed and precision. Photo: Hertz Rental gar giant Hertz will upgrade its vehicle maintenance process by partnering with UVeye, a provider of AI-driven vehicle inspection systems, to introduce advanced AI inspection to its U.S. operations. With more than 500,000 vehicles worldwide, Hertz wants to… Continue reading Hertz, UVeye Partner to Modernize Vehicle Maintenance with AI